Hiking Experiences
Hiking Experiences
A Foothills Forest
This 2 hour program is located in Bragg Creek Provincial Park, a perfect location for an afterwork outing for busy people. On this interpretive hike you will learn about the unique species and ecological processes that can be found in a foothills’ forest ecosystem. Not only will you familiarize yourself with local forest residents, you will also have the opportunity to soak in the peace and tranquility under a canopy of Spruce and Aspen trees.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Trees & Forests.
Registration:
- Dates: August 25, September 08, 29
- $45 + GST per person
- Contact about Group Rates (+3 people)
- Click HERE to register.
A Foothills Forest
This 2 hour program is located in Bragg Creek Provincial Park, a perfect location for an afterwork outing for busy people. On this interpretive hike you will learn about the unique species and ecological processes that can be found in a foothills’ forest ecosystem. Not only will you familiarize yourself with local forest residents, you will also have the opportunity to soak in the peace and tranquility under a canopy of Spruce and Aspen trees.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Trees & Forests.
Registration:
- Dates: August 25, September 08, 29
- $45 + GST per person
- Contact about Group Rates (+3 people)
- Click HERE to register.
Builder of a Nation: The Beaver
The beaver, a small but mighty builder alters not only its physical landscape but also the historical landscape of Canada as the European quest for beaver pelts shaped the nation that we know today. On this hike along the Flowing Waters Trail you will learn about this fascinating animal, its importance to the Canadian fur trade and how it shaped the foundations of a nation. This program runs at the Flowing Waters Trail in Bow Valley Provincial Park.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Wetland Ecosystems, Fresh Water Systems, and Canadian History.
Registration:
- Dates: August 22, October 14
- $55 + GST per person
- $96 + GST Double Header Hike
- Click HERE to register
Builder of a Nation: The Beaver
The beaver, a small but mighty builder alters not only its physical landscape but also the historical landscape of Canada as the European quest for beaver pelts shaped the nation that we know today. On this hike you will learn about this fascinating animal, its importance to the Canadian fur trade and how it shaped the foundations of a nation. This is a day hike starting at Flowing Waters Trail in Bow Valley Provincial Park..
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Wetlands and Fresh Water Systems.
Registration:
- Dates: August 22, October 14
- $55 + GST per person
- $96 + GST Double Header Hike (with Flight of the Golden Eagles)
- Click HERE to register
Since time immemorial, a mass migration has taken place in the skies over our Rocky Mountains. Bi-annually the Golden Eagle migration occurs in our front ranges, a 11,000 year route that takes these raptors from their northern breeding sites to their southern wintering grounds. You can access this hike in one of two ways. For those who want a short and easy day, Troll Falls is the location for you. For guests who want to reach the cruising altitude of an Eagle, check out Wasootch Ridge.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to Air & Aerodynamics and migration.
Registration:
- Dates: August 21, 22, October 14, 15
- $55 + GST (Troll Falls)
- $96 + GST (Wasootch Ridge or Double Header Hike)
- Click HERE to register
Flight of the Golden Eagle
Since time immemorial, a mass migration has taken place in the skies over our Rocky Mountains. Bi-annually the Golden Eagle migration occurs in our front ranges, a 11,000 year route that takes these raptors from their northern breeding sites to their southern wintering grounds. You can access this hike in one of two ways. For those who want a short and easy day, Troll Falls is the location for you. For guests who want to reach the cruising altitude of an Eagle, check out Wasootch Ridge.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to Air & Aerodynamics.
Registration:
- Dates: August 21, 22, October 14, 15
- $55 + GST (Troll Falls)
- $96 + GST (Wasootch Ridge or Double Header Hike)
- Click HERE to register
Hike to the Headwaters
Have you ever turned on your tap and wondered where your water comes from? On this Hike to the Headwaters we will travel to where it all begins for an important Southern Alberta water source. You will visit pristine Elbow Lake and experience beautiful vistas of the Rae Glacier, the source of the Elbow River. Along this journey we will talk about the role glaciers play as headwaters and the importance of a sustainable Elbow River Watershed.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Wetlands and Fresh Water Systems.
Registration:
- $96 + GST per person (day trip)
- $375 + GST per person (backcountry)
- Click HERE to register
Hike to the Headwaters
Have you ever turned on your tap and wondered where your water comes from? On this Hike to the Headwaters we will travel to where it all begins for an important Southern Alberta water source. You will visit pristine Elbow Lake and experience beautiful vistas of the Rae Glacier, the source of the Elbow River. Along this journey we will talk about the role glaciers play as headwaters and the importance of a sustainable Elbow River Watershed.
Curriculum Connection: For educators, this outdoor experience connects to the study of Wetlands and Fresh Water Systems.
Registration:
- $96 + GST per person (day trip)
- $375 + GST per person (backcountry)
- Click HERE to register
